Casio EX-Z29 vs Fujifilm XQ2
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Casio EX-Z29 vs Fujifilm XQ2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-113mm (F) lens
- 125g - 101 x 57 x 23mm
- Launched March 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 206g - 100 x 59 x 33mm
- Released January 2015
- Older Model is Fujifilm XQ1
Casio EX-Z29 vs Fujifilm XQ2 Overview
Here is a comprehensive overview of the Casio EX-Z29 vs Fujifilm XQ2, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Casio and FujiFilm. The resolution of the EX-Z29 (10MP) and the Fujifilm XQ2 (12MP) is very comparable but the EX-Z29 (1/2.5") and Fujifilm XQ2 (2/3") provide different sensor sizes.
Photography GlossaryThe EX-Z29 was manufactured 6 years prior to the Fujifilm XQ2 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise overview of how the EX-Z29 matches up versus the Fujifilm XQ2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Casio EX-Z29 vs Fujifilm XQ2 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z29 & Fujifilm XQ2. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z29 Gallery & Fujifilm XQ2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z29 over the Fujifilm XQ2
EX-Z29 | Fujifilm XQ2 |
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm XQ2 over the Casio EX-Z29
Fujifilm XQ2 | EX-Z29 | |||
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Released | January 2015 | March 2009 | Fresher by 71 months | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 920k | 115k | Crisper display (+805k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z29 and Fujifilm XQ2
EX-Z29 | Fujifilm XQ2 | |||
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Manually focus | More exact focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Absent Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-Z29 vs Fujifilm XQ2 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z29 enjoys exterior dimensions of 101mm x 57mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Fujifilm XQ2 has specifications of 100mm x 59mm x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-Z29 vs Fujifilm XQ2 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-Z29 versus the Fujifilm XQ2.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z29 and Fujifilm XQ2 is 95 and 92 respectively.
Casio EX-Z29 vs Fujifilm XQ2 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing only by checking out specs. The visual below may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z29 and Fujifilm XQ2.
All in all, both the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The EX-Z29 due to its smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh more challenging and the Fujifilm XQ2 will provide more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older EX-Z29 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
Casio EX-Z29 vs Fujifilm XQ2 Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-Z29 vs Fujifilm XQ2 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z29 | Fujifilm XQ2 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | FujiFilm |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z29 | Fujifilm XQ2 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2009-03-03 | 2015-01-14 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | EXR Processor II |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS X-TRANS II |
Sensor size | 1/2.5" | 2/3" |
Sensor dimensions | 5.744 x 4.308mm | 8.8 x 6.6mm |
Sensor area | 24.7mm² | 58.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 38-113mm (3.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/1.8-4.9 |
Macro focus range | - | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 6.3 | 4.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 115k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 12.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 2.80 m | 7.40 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, Flash Off, Flash On, Red Eye Reduction | Auto, on, off, slow syncho |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 125g (0.28 pounds) | 206g (0.45 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 57 x 23mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 100 x 59 x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 240 photos |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-60 | NP-48 |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SDHC / SD Memory Card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $79 | $299 |